Aglow forms compact rosettes of thick, fleshy leaves in burgundy-red hues that deepen during cooler months. The pointed leaves have a waxy texture and arrange in perfect geometric patterns, with clustering growth creating multiple rosettes around the mother plant. Exposure to temperature changes and bright light intensifies the red coloration.
During summer months, it produces small star-shaped flowers on tall stalks in pink or white tones. It is pet friendly and safe for households with cats and dogs. Aglow handles balcony wind and rain exceptionally well, surviving harsh outdoor conditions that damage other houseplants.
Move it outside in summer and leave it outdoors through autumn and fall. Aglow grows well in rock gardens, containers, and green roofs. Propagate it easily through offsets that develop around the mother rosette, separating baby rosettes to plant in fresh soil.
Water it every 7-14 days during the growing season, reducing frequency in winter and allowing soil to dry completely between waterings.
Aglow does best in well-draining succulent soil mix with added perlite or pumice for drainage.
It handles temperatures from 20F to 80F and survives frost.
Aglow grows slowly and needs minimal fertilizer throughout the year.
It is hardy in USDA zones 3-9 and grows outdoors across most US regions including Alaska, Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Montana, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Michigan, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, Kansas, Colorado, Wyoming, Utah, Idaho, Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Kentucky, West Virginia, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts.
Q: How often should I water Sempervivum ‘Aglow’?
A: Water every 7-14 days during spring and summer, reducing to once a month or less in winter. Let the soil dry completely between waterings.
Q: Is it pet safe for cats and dogs?
A: Sempervivum ‘Aglow’ is non-toxic and safe for cats and dogs if nibbled on.
Q: Can Aglow survive outdoors in winter?
A: It survives winter temperatures down to 20F and stays outdoors through autumn and winter in most climates.
Q: How do you propagate this plant?
A: Aglow develops baby rosettes (offsets) around the mother plant. Separate them and plant in well-draining soil to establish new plants.
Q: Why are Aglow leaves turning yellow?
A: Yellow leaves typically indicate overwatering or poor drainage. Check that soil dries completely between waterings and that the pot has drainage holes.
Q: Does it need rotation for even growth?
A: Rotate Aglow every few weeks to prevent it from leaning toward light and to promote balanced color development across all leaves.
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